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 Rod handle wrap/tape
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09/16/19 04:43 PM
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I have a cork handle rod that is a little thin and slick for my liking. I was thinking about adding a wrap or tape to make it feel better. I have never done this. Anyone recommend a certain product?
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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09/16/19 08:52 PM
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boocat
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There is the fancy stuff made for rods from places like bass pro or you go cheap with some vet wrap from tractor supply or walmart.
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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09/17/19 12:39 PM
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BillS2006
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Winn Rod wrap.
winngrips.com
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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09/25/19 08:51 PM
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Jeff From Iowa
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I got the shrink wrap handle stuff off amazon or ebay, Its the same thing tws sells but much cheaper and sold by the foot. It does ad a little weight. I used it on my nrx rods that the cork was just too slippery.
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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09/28/19 02:07 AM
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MV
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winn is good. also a pro was talking about tennis racket wrap. haven't tried it yet,
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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09/28/19 01:50 PM
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smooth move
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i use the bat wrap from academy. about $5. has a little padding too.
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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09/29/19 02:22 PM
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H2O Seeker
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i use the bat wrap from academy. about $5. has a little padding too. ^^This works well.
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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09/29/19 04:20 PM
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44 Diesel
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I wrap winn is good. also a pro was talking about tennis racket wrap. haven't tried it yet, I wrap all mine with Gamma tennis racket grip. Pretty cheap and can get different colors. I can do 2- 3 (TFO) rods with 1 roll. You will have to re - wrap from time to time
Last edited by 44 Diesel; 09/29/19 04:21 PM.
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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10/01/19 02:44 AM
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jvc58dke
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I bought some used Loomis NRX rods that had the winn grip wrap on them. I don't like foam grips and was hesitant about the winn grips. I actually like the feel of them but I have pretty big hands so the extra diameter feels good so I have left them on for now. That being said I don't like them well enough to put them on top of the cork on my other rods. If you are looking for more diameter in the handle I think the winn grip wrap is a pretty good option but I as for feel I still prefer the cork.
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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10/02/19 05:25 PM
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"Old School"
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For sweaty hands on cork and the black foam grips, I use tennis racket gauze tape. Found some at Dickโs Sporting Goods. Under $5 and I wrapped 8 rods with it.
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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10/22/19 02:20 AM
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IslandJim
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I used bicycle handlebar tape on my kayak paddle. Sticky-backed, cushioned, vinyl and waterproof. If I hadn't lost(misplaced) it, I'd put it on my baitcaste( s) grips. Hard to find. Had to order it from a bike shop in San Francisco. No bike shops in the Coastal Bend had it. IslandJim
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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10/24/19 04:40 PM
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MinMirny
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![[Linked Image]](https://texasfishingforum.com/forums/pics/userpics/2019/10/full-107544-28681-handles.png) My choice: cheap, easy, washable and very pleasant feel.
Light tackle carp fishing vet.
PB carp: common 27lb - mirror 27.5lb - grassy 42lb - ghost 14lb
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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01/11/20 12:32 AM
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Agape
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Solo MM what was the wrap you used ?
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Re: Rod handle wrap/tape
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01/13/20 03:26 AM
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Love this stuff. Self fuses (no need for adhesive). Water proof. Tacky, but not too sticky Great for repairs, very versatile Widely available at all wmarts in the hardware section ![[Linked Image]](https://texasfishingforum.com/forums/pics/userpics/2020/01/full-30144-36180-c25b995c_b20f_46e4_b16c_9d34b4e136fe.jpeg)
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